Geralyn Joyce Terry Lee

1949-2012

Geralyn Joyce Terry Lee of Pipe Creek passed away Sunday, July 22, in her home, surrounded by those who adored her. She was born on Feb. 3, 1949 to Corbin U. Terry and Wanda L. Terry.

Geri graduated from Marshall High School in 1967 and, following in her father's footsteps, attended Tarleton University in Stephenville. She became a successful business owner of Hickory Hut BBQ for 40 years.

Additionally, Geri served her community with open arms, always willing to lend a hand to those around her, including the Helotes Masonic Lodge, the Eastern Star Chapters, Lions Club, VFW and many others throughout these wonderful years.

She is survived by the love of her life and her husband of 30 years, Richard C. Lee, whom she married during the Helotes Cornyval on May 7, 1980.

Known by the immediate family as "GiGi," Geri is also survived by her children, Shannon and Richard C. Lee II; daughter-in-law Marinda; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Chatham III and Hailey; loving brother Dennis Clardy; sister-in-law Ginger; nephew Jason; and great-nephew Michael Clardy.

The family wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to all who have known and loved Geri. As she said, "I got everything I ever wanted. I've had a great life!"

Visitation was held Wednesday, July 25, at Grimes Funeral Chapels in Bandera and with a gathering at the family home in Pipe Creek. Funeral services took place the following day at Grimes Funeral Chapels with burial following at San Saba Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Dan Cifers, Dennis Clardy, Bob "The Builder" Reeves, Bill Hardy, Richard C. Lee II and Shannon Lee.

Memorials in Geralyn Joyce Terry Lee's name may be made to the Rainbow Senior Center at Kronkosky Place in Boerne, Helotes Masonic Lodge or Eastern Star Chapters.

Condolences may be sent to the family by clicking on the "Send Condolences" link at www.grimesfuneralchapels.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.